Korean beauty products: where to buy them online – Part 1: North America

I already mentioned all the merits of Korean beauty items and, if you read my post, you are now probably wondering where you can shop for these amazing products.

At first, I thought to write one post about all these great resources for our K-Beauty fixation. Then I realised that a series of posts – one post per area – would have been a much better solution. After all, I don’t want to test your attention span. 🙂

It is now possible to buy Korean cosmetics in many countries, such as UK and US. Even so, there are still many places where they are hard to find. The purpose of these posts is helping you to spot online stores so that you can consequently buy them regardless of your location.
Of course, if you are from Asia, you can stop reading now!

North America Online Stores

As far as Korean cosmetics’ supply is concerned, you are lucky people if you are from US or Canada. Why? Because many Korean brands are currently opening their flagship stores in your countries. At the same time, you can find many K-beauty items in the beauty sections of shops like Urban Outfitters and even Amazon, or in beauty store chains like Sephora.
However, they are still not accessible everywhere, and that is why online stores are a precious source.

Multi-brand stores

Soko Glam
One of the main online bibles about Korean beauty products, in English language, is Soko Glam. Not only is a well-known e-shop with an impressive range, but it also has a blog full of valuable suggestions and reviews.Delivery: Free on all US orders over $ 35.Do they ship internationally? They do, but please note that you are responsible for customs duties and fees, therefore beware and do your maths before buying.

Peach & LilyPeach & Lily is another US authority for Korean beauty. With an amazing online shop and two physical stores in New York and California, they also offer skin care consultations, in addition to tips, reviews and news.Delivery: Free on all US orders over $ 50.Do they ship internationally? They do, but please note that you are responsible for customs duties and fees, therefore beware and do your maths before buying.

Pretty & Cute
This lovely store supplies the main brands of both Korean and Japanese beauty products, and you can even talk with a Beautician.Delivery: Free on all US orders over $ 50 and on all Canada orders over $ 100.Do they ship internationally? They do, but there is no mention of customs duties and fees, therefore you are probably in charge of them.

0035mm
Another New York City store, which allows you to buy Korean cosmetics and gadgets online.Delivery: Free on all US orders over $ 65.Do they ship internationally? They do, but please note that you are responsible for customs duties and fees, therefore beware and do your maths before buying.

Official online stores

Laneige
This is the US version of Laneige’s website, the brand behind the infamous Water Sleeping Mask. Laneige has a Canadian version as well, but the link to their online store is Sephora’s.Delivery: Free on all US orders over $ 25.Do they ship internationally? No. They also ship to Canada, but via Sephora.

Missha
One of my favourite Korean brands has also an online store delivering in the US.Delivery: Free on all US orders over $ 40.Do they ship internationally? No, not even to Canada.

Tony Moly
The uber cute and uber famous Korean brand Tony Moly has a US online store.Delivery: Free on all US orders over $ 50.Do they ship internationally? No, not even to Canada.

Innisfree
Innisfree’s website allows its customers from all around the world to buy its products online.Delivery: Free on all US orders over $ 60.Do they ship internationally? They do, but please note that you are responsible for customs duties and fees, therefore beware and do your maths before buying.

The Face Shop
This fantastic brand has a few stores in the US, but its online version only delivers to Canada.Delivery: Free on all Canada orders over $ 25.Do they ship internationally? No, they only ship to Canada.

Nature Republic
The US version of this natural brand’s website even has an outlet section.Delivery: Free on all US orders over $ 75.Do they ship internationally? They do, but there is no mention of customs duties and fees, therefore you are probably in charge of them.

Etude House
Cute brand Etude House has also an interesting, international e-shop.Delivery: Free on all US orders over $ 50.Do they ship internationally? They do, but please note that you are responsible for customs duties and fees, therefore beware and do your maths before buying.

Koh Gen Do
Albeit not Korean but Japanese, this luxurious brand has a US online store.Delivery: Free on all US orders over $ 50.Do they ship internationally? No, not even to Canada.

Holika HolikaHolika Holika oh-so-pretty brand has a Canadian e-store.Delivery: Free on all Canada orders over $ 125.Do they ship internationally? No, they only ship to Canada.

Skinfood
Another fantastic K-beauty brand encourages you to buy from the US online store.Delivery: Free on all US orders over $ 50.Do they ship internationally? No, they only ship to the US and Puerto Rico.

There you have it! Part 2 of this post-series will subsequently be dedicated to Europe online stores.

What about you? Do you have a favourite K-beauty e-shop that is not included here? Please add it in the comment section below!

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